Sony Xperia 1 VII

The Sony Xperia 1 VII features a slim design with a thickness of 8.2 mm, a width of 74 mm, and a height of 162 mm. Weighing 197 g, it offers a comfortable feel while maintaining a sleek profile. With an IP68 rating, this device is waterproof, ensuring durability in various conditions. However, it does not have a rugged build or the ability to fold, making it more suited for everyday use rather than extreme environments.

The Sony Xperia 1 VII features a 6.5″ OLED/AMOLED display with a resolution of 1080 x 2340 px, offering sharp visuals with a pixel density of 396 ppi. The screen supports a 120Hz refresh rate for smooth scrolling and responsiveness, while the 240Hz touch sampling rate ensures accurate touch inputs. Additionally, the display is protected by Gorilla Glass Victus 2, providing durability and resistance to damage, and supports HDR10 for enhanced color and contrast.

The Sony Xperia 1 VII is powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset, paired with 12GB of RAM and 512GB of internal storage, providing ample space and high performance for multitasking and demanding apps. Its CPU features a dual-cluster setup with speeds up to 4.32 GHz, and the Adreno 830 GPU, with a clock speed of 1100 MHz, delivers solid graphics performance. Additionally, the device supports advanced features like GPU turbo, multithreading, and ecc memory, making it well-suited for heavy workloads and gaming.

The Sony Xperia 1 VII features a powerful triple-lens main camera system with a 48MP + 12MP + 48MP setup, offering a wide aperture range of 1.9 & 2.3 & 2f for capturing detailed images. This camera includes optical zoom up to 7.1x, manual exposure and ISO control, as well as advanced autofocus capabilities such as phase-detection and continuous autofocus. The device also supports 4K video recording at 120 fps, slow-motion video, HDR, and the ability to shoot in RAW format for professional-grade photo editing.

The Sony Xperia 1 VII runs on Android 15, offering various privacy and customization options. Users can benefit from features like clipboard warnings, location privacy options, and the ability to block app tracking. It supports dark mode, dynamic theming, and notification controls, alongside tools such as split screen, customizable notifications, and media picker. It also includes offline voice recognition, voice commands, and battery health check for enhanced usability.

The device is equipped with a powerful 5000 mAh battery, offering impressive longevity. It supports fast charging at a speed of 30W and can also be charged wirelessly at 15W. Additionally, it features reverse wireless charging, allowing you to charge other devices. The battery is rechargeable and includes a battery level indicator to keep you informed of its status. However, it does not include a charger in the box, and the battery is non-removable.

This device offers a rich audio experience with stereo speakers and a 3.5 mm audio jack for wired headphones. It supports a range of high-quality wireless audio technologies, including aptX, LDAC, aptX HD, aptX Adaptive, and aptX Lossless, ensuring crystal-clear sound transmission. With two microphones, it also provides enhanced call quality. However, it does not feature a built-in radio.

This device supports 5G connectivity and features an array of advanced connectivity options, including Wi-Fi 4 to Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 6, and NFC. It also includes an external memory slot, USB Type-C 3.2 port, and supports high-speed download speeds of 10000 MBits/s. Additional features include GPS, compass, accelerometer, gyroscope, and barometer, ensuring an extensive range of capabilities for both navigation and physical tracking.

This device features a built-in video light for improved lighting in your content creation, ensuring clear visibility in low-light conditions. However, it does not include features such as sapphire glass, a curved display, or an e-paper display.